Hi John, Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. These are lovely and that's a fun story, though there's no way to corroborate it. Unfortunately, the market for 19th Century gilt glass is pretty soft for all but the most spectacular - and well documented - pieces. Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is: A pair of antique Venetian style gilt decorated emerald glass chalices European, 19th Century Each of circular section and tapered form with paneled and stylized foliate decoration, on circular feet (unmarked). each 10 1/2 inches high, 4 3/4 inches diameter at top, 4 1/4 inches dieame.5”x4.75x4.25 at base CONDITION: both appear to be in good condition; value assumes no chips, breaks, cracks or repairs. PROVENANCE: inherited $400-600 for the pair* *represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary. Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, and thank you again for using Mearto.
